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CUPRA Leon vs Subaru Crosstrek comparison

Compare performance (325 HP vs 136 HP), boot space and price (35,700 £ vs 29,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – CUPRA Leon or Subaru Crosstrek?

CUPRA Leon vs Subaru Crosstrek: Key differences

CUPRA Leon

  • clearly more power
  • substantially more efficient
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • moderately lighter
  • slightly more trunk space
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Subaru Crosstrek

4.3 (3 Reviews)
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  • somewhat cheaper
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By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Leon

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Subaru Crosstrek is somewhat cheaper – starting at 29,900 £ , while the CUPRA Leon costs 35,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 5,773 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the CUPRA Leon uses 1.3 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Subaru Crosstrek with 7.7 L/100km. The difference is about 6.4 L/100km.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the CUPRA Leon offers clearly more power – delivering 325 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 189 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the CUPRA Leon is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 5.4 s, while the Subaru Crosstrek takes 10.8 s. That’s about 5.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the CUPRA Leon delivers considerably more torque with 420 Nm compared to 182 Nm. That’s about 238 Nm more.

Leon

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, CUPRA Leon is moderately lighter – 1,371 kg compared to 1,595 kg. The difference is around 224 kg.

Looking at boot space, the CUPRA Leon offers slightly more boot space – 380 L compared to 315 L. That’s a difference of about 65 L.

When it comes to payload, the Subaru Crosstrek carries very slightly more – 505 kg compared to 493 kg. That’s a difference of about 12 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The CUPRA Leon is decisively ahead in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £35,700
Leon

CUPRA Leon

  • Engine Type Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 150 - 325 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 1.3 - 7.6 L/100km
  • Electric Range 124 - 131 km
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The Cupra Leon blends sporting intent with everyday practicality, serving up sharp handling and a cabin that feels more premium than its hatchback looks might suggest. It's a driver's car in commuter clothing — lively, distinctive, and clever enough to make daily driving feel a little less routine without screaming for attention.

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Subaru Crosstrek

Costs and Consumption
Price
35,700 - 50,900 £
Price
29,900 - 35,000 £
Consumption L/100km
1.3 - 7.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
7.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
124 - 131 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
28 - 172 g/km
co2
174 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,371 - 1,708 kg
Curb weight
1,595 - 1,628 kg
Trunk capacity
270 - 380 L
Trunk capacity
315 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,799 mm
Width
1,800 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
432 - 493 kg
Payload
472 - 505 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 325 HP
Power HP
136 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 8.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
250 - 420 Nm
Torque
182 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
110 - 239 kW
Power kW
100 kW
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3
Engine capacity
1,995 cm3

General
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, B, F
CO2 Efficiency Class
F
Brand
CUPRA
Brand
Subaru
Is the CUPRA Leon offered with different drivetrains?

The CUPRA Leon is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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